Shelley Luther Case Discussed At White House, Becomes Rallying Cry For Conservatives
A small crowd cheered as Luther walked out of the Dallas County Jail Thursday afternoon.
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A small crowd cheered as Luther walked out of the Dallas County Jail Thursday afternoon.
While Shelley Luther has garnered praise for her actions, there are some business owners who disagree with her decision and question why rules in place aren't being enforced.
Texas has had more than 34,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and more than 940 deaths. And cases are creeping up.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, IndyCar will run a condensed schedule with practice, qualifying and the race taking place on the same day.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has launched a task force that will look to combat a possible arrival of the so-called "murder hornet" that has recently grabbed national attention.
Collin County Health Care Services is reporting 11 new COVID-19 cases, including 8 in Plano.
Some say the Texas attorney general, governor, and lieutenant governor are sending mixed messages by supporting a Dallas salon owner who very publicly violated county and state coronavirus stay at home orders.
Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin paid a visit to Salon A La Mode Wednesday to offer her support to Shelley Luther and her business while the owner remains in jail.
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said will be covering a fine owed by Dallas salon owner Shelley Luther, who is currently serving a seven-day jail sentence.
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission has received $5.8 million in federal funding to provide crisis counseling services.
Collin County Health Care Services reports 24 new COVID-19 cases in Collin County, including 8 in Plano.
Governor Greg Abbott said beginning Friday, May 8, salons can reopen, with social distancing. This includes hair salons, barbershops and nail salons.
A bar owner and armed protesters were arrested in western Texas after the bar reopened despite the governor's orders to remain closed as the state continues to combat the coronavirus pandemic.
New coronavirus deaths in Texas dropped Friday, according to the Associate Press.
Cities under the same state order to allow some recreation to resume again starting Friday, are making different decisions as to what that would include.
Governor Greg Abbott defended his decision to gradually reopen businesses starting Friday amid criticism by Democrats and some Conservatives.
"We will get through this, that's for sure, but we cannot let down our guard," said Mayor Eric Johnson.
The Texas coronavirus death toll hit a single-day high of 50 Thursday, one day before the state plans to reopen.
Alcohol-to-go could become a new standard in Texas even after nonessential businesses begin reopening Friday, according to Gov. Greg Abbott.
Governor Greg Abbott said Tuesday the state of Texas formally appealed FEMA's denial of Major Disaster Declaration request for Public Assistance.
"We're making strides here locally in flattening the curve, but we have to continue to do it. We're not out of the woods yet, we can't let up," Mayor Johnson said.
The City of Lancaster is reporting its first death from the coronavirus, a 17-year-old.
Several movie theaters have announced they will not be open this weekend in Texas despite new executive orders from Gov. Greg Abbott allowing for nonessential businesses to reopen on Friday, May 1.
Tarrant County Public Health Director Vinny Taneja said some virus spread indicators over the last few weeks show a disturbing "change in the wrong direction."
Although the statewide stay-at-home order will be expiring Thursday, Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins says residents should continue "following science" when determining if it's safe to reopen businesses.
Prosecutors say the 38‑year‑old fled an ICE operation in Lewisville, injuring two officers and crashing into multiple vehicles before attempting to run.
Crowley ISD says a second student was also affected, and the incident remains under investigation.
Frisco Police said at about 7:45 a.m. Friday, officers with the assistance of the Waxahachie Police Department, arrested 57-year-old Keith Hart for murder in the 2002 death of Frank Weiss.
The MV Hondius is currently traveling to the Canary Islands, where the 147 people on board will be methodically off-boarded and flown home.
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Prosecutors say the 38‑year‑old fled an ICE operation in Lewisville, injuring two officers and crashing into multiple vehicles before attempting to run.
Crowley ISD says a second student was also affected, and the incident remains under investigation.
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Frisco Police said at about 7:45 a.m. Friday, officers with the assistance of the Waxahachie Police Department, arrested 57-year-old Keith Hart for murder in the 2002 death of Frank Weiss.
The MV Hondius is currently traveling to the Canary Islands, where the 147 people on board will be methodically off-boarded and flown home.
As he battles terminal cancer, a Fort Worth fire captain says the state's workers' comp system has failed him — and he's far from alone.
A Kennedale couple says their leased solar panels stopped producing power and became a costly burden after years of unfulfilled promises.
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
State records show regulators ordered the removal of a plastic gas pipe installed in the early 1970s after it was linked to multiple explosions and deaths in North Texas.
The Justice Department argues the patchwork of state laws around guns makes it difficult to take them across state lines for lawful purposes like target shooting, hunting and self-defense.
The acting attorney general is touting the administration's stepped-up denaturalization efforts.
The Justice Department charged a Texas man who allegedly fired his gun toward a Secret Service agent and wounded a bystander on the National Mall.
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is being questioned Wednesday before the House Oversight Committee as part of its investigation related to Jeffrey Epstein.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
As he battles terminal cancer, a Fort Worth fire captain says the state's workers' comp system has failed him — and he's far from alone.
After months waiting for a new heart, 9-year-old Penny found hope through music—and a second chance at life.
New Texas regulations took effect March 31 that capped THC in smokable hemp products at 0.3%, banning some popular items.
Expensive tickets, trouble getting visas and anti-American sentiment may all be contributing to underwhelming demand.
Herring said that in the year before tariffs, used car sales were just under half of his business at his dealership in Irving; Now, they are nearly 75 percent.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Weiser said "the last few years has required a heavy financial lift to continue operating."
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
Trent Grisham hit a go-ahead, three-run double in a six-run sixth inning, and the Yankees beat the Rangers 9-2 Thursday for their 16th win in 19 games.
Expensive tickets, trouble getting visas and anti-American sentiment may all be contributing to underwhelming demand.
CBS News Texas spoke with UTD head basketball coach Matt Grahn, who said the London trip was two years in the making, with help from family and friends.
Misdemeanor battery charges have been dropped against Dallas Wings star Arike Ogunbowale, according to an ESPN report.
The last time a horse won the Triple Crown was in 2018.
"The question is what do they get themselves into that requires a visit to the mayor's office? I don't know, but I would love to," said Mattie Parker in an interview with CBS News Texas.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
The performance followed similar shows by Madonna in 2024 and Lady Gaga last year on one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.
David Allan Coe also had hits with "You Never Even Called Me By My Name" and "The Ride" among others.
First lady Melania Trump said that jokes Jimmy Kimmel made on his show days before the White House Correspondents' Dinner were "hateful and violent rhetoric."
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
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